Japan
The Ireland Funds Japan connects friends of Ireland in Japan through cultural events, community projects and philanthropic activities.
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The Irish Connection
The Irish community in Japan, though small, is influential beyond measure.
It includes Irish people and friends of Ireland interested in Irish culture, arts, literature, and more — young Japanese Irish dancing students, literary and cultural groups, university students abroad, Japanese companies with Irish offices, and those who fell in love with Ireland after a single visit.
The Ireland Funds Japan plans an annual calendar of events based on aspects of Ireland of interest to its Japanese and international members.
Our History
The Ireland Funds Japan (IFJ) was founded in 1993. It resulted from a meeting in Tokyo between The Ireland Funds’ Chairman Sir Anthony O’Reilly and his wife Lady O’Reilly and the founders of the Emerald Ball.
Following the outstanding success of the first ball, Sir Anthony invited the group to join The Worldwide Ireland Funds.
The Emerald Ball
The inaugural “Emerald Ball” in March 1993 was attended by Their Imperial Highnesses Prince Akishino and Princess Kiko. The annual Emerald Ball is a major social event for The Ireland Funds Japan. This cornerstone gala showcases the best of Irish hospitality and culture and is a wonderful venue to entertain friends and special guests, including previous attendees Their Imperial Highnesses Prince and Princess Takamado.
Grant Programs
We are developing a program to involve Japanese and Irish companies and individuals in cultural, ecological, archeological, educational and community projects in Ireland and Japan — jointly and individually.
The goal of the programs is to encourage greater cultural and communication links between Ireland and Japan. Funds raised from our events go to a range of projects.
Sponsorship Opportunities
The work of The Ireland Funds Japan is made possible through the generosity of our sponsors and supporters. We offer companies and individuals a variety of sponsorship opportunities.
Major sponsors receive prominent signage at the Emerald Ball event and in the Ball program in addition to other benefits. A Sponsorship Package is available outlining the alternatives available. The Sponsorship Program may be customized to meet your company’s specific needs.
With questions, please contact Matthew Connolly at japan-events@irelandfunds.org.
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